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Pull-ups Part Two: Going from 1 to 10 Pull-​​ups

This article is the second of a three-part series on how to do pull-ups. This article will show you how to get up to 10 reps.

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If you join the USMC, you will have to pass the initial strength test, or IST -- a shortened version of the physical fitness...

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Marine Corps Initial Strength Test (IST)

All Marines are provided time to train for the physical fitness test and are expected to maintain an adequate degree of...

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